Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 1, 2019

The features are insufficient including no or limited visibility into job cost and contractors can’t see up-to-date project information — instead just rolling with the punches. Advice from the coach’s corner: Remember when you couldn’t find that piece of paper with important project deadline information?

Software 277

Software Software Construction Organization 277

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Teams need to work together to move a project forward—and construction document management plays a significant role here. Stakeholders must get their hands on various documents (including plans, models, and documents) at any given time. This is why mobility is essential in document management. The good news?

Documentation 98

Documentation Management Modeling Mobility 98

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Contractor prepares/updates Detailed Scope of Work referencing any sketches, drawings, photographs, and specifications required to document accurately the work to be accomplished and prepares a detailed line-item proposal of the planned work activity using the current unit price book (UPB). Any required documentation and/or forms.

Change Orders 205

Change Orders Documentation Drawings Contractors 205

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

As teams get larger and construction projects become more complex, proper document management needs to be an integral part of your workflow. Poor document management is detrimental to a project and can lead to delays, budget overruns , and rework. trillion in 2020. trillion in 2020. billion in rework alone annually.

Documentation 98

Documentation Management Construction Change Orders 98

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2021

Whether virtual design and construction (VDC) managers rework designs with architects to ensure the client’s vision is constructible, or project managers collaborate with superintendents to ensure the most up-to-date documents are available to manage field teams and the quality of their construction, there is risk of losing profit margins.

Modeling 234

Modeling Environment Autodesk BIM 234

HardHatChat

JULY 27, 2020

Providing a clear scope of work and investing in quality architectural drawings are key to a successful client-contractor relationship, according to Englewood Construction. As part of my interview, the reporter turned the tables on the topic and asked for my perspective on what construction firms look for in a great client.

Commercial 240

Commercial Contractors Construction Bidding 240

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 10, 2023

All this to say that when teams aren’t aligned on project information—such as installation updates—it’s more challenging to prioritize and execute the necessary work. Multiple assets can also be made quickly when drawing on a sheet. If there are existing assets, you can link to them easily.

Drawings 97

Drawings Autodesk Visualization Schedule 97

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 25, 2018

Project managers will learn how to standardize workflows across their projects, dig deeper into project data to analyze progress, extend collaboration and streamline information across entire project teams, tackle change management issues, expedite project completion and much more. Building an Information Bridge Between Field and Office.

Project Management 182

Project Management Software Software Management 182

Job Order Contracting

MAY 26, 2020

Structured collaboration of the work group allows the administrator to give each team member access to information and functions related to the their roles and activities. Manage project teams Internal and external team members gain instant authorized access to current information to share and manage tasks and solve problems.

Procurement 151

Procurement Plans Life Cycle Documentation 151

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 4, 2022

Facilities Preventive Maintenance requires the following information to minimize downtime and unscheduled maintenance and repairs. Repair requirements must inform operators how to check out, troubleshoot, repair, and replace components of the system. Include warranty information for primary components of the system.

Equipment 233

Equipment Schedule Inspections Safety 233

Construction Marketing

APRIL 11, 2023

Modern projects are incorporating building information management (BIM) software. All stakeholders have access to the same files, documents, drawing, and models. It gives real-time information on project goals and milestones, ensuring that all important deadlines are met. It streamlines scheduling.

Project Management 305

Project Management Innovation Management Industrial 305

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 15, 2021

All the tools and support services to implement and manage LEAN Job Order Contracting for any public sector organization are now available within the 4BT-PEP JOC Knowledge-based Information Management System. Can all participants view CURRENT information in real-time?

Contract 226

Contract Procurement Estimating Management 226

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 30, 2018

Right now, the one that’s having the most impact for us is building information modeling (BIM), virtual design and construction. With the advent of scanners and powerful document imaging and archiving solutions, contractors are digitizing their data.

Project Management 173

Project Management Management Contractors Software 173

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 11, 2019

Sure, it was a difficult transition for some, but the outcome was momentous: integrated data, improved workflows and easy access to information that isn’t in a file cabinet. It’s no surprise that information is now (and has been) held in the palm of our hands — with today’s iteration being the form of a smart phone.

Mobility 130

Mobility Viewpoint Drawings Equipment 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 4, 2022

If a picture can speak a thousand words, in a project, as-built drawings can speak a thousand construction processes. But in all seriousness, with the hundreds and thousands of steps and documents needed to complete just one project, as-builts might be overlooked for their importance. Shop drawing changes. Key Takeaways.

Drawings 52

Drawings Documentation Renovating Permits 52

HardHatChat

JULY 19, 2011

To do this effectively and efficiently, we need to review as-built drawings to see what big tickets items can be re-used and what existing infrastructure we can integrate into the re-design of the space to save on retrofitting a mall construction costs. Being fuzzy on tenant mix is okay.

Commercial 201

Commercial Retail Change Orders Construction 201

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 3, 2019

Leverage Defensible Information: Maintain and comprehensively recall, recite, and apply documents, records, notes, data, and independent research in support of critical thinking. Use Industry-standard Documents and Data Architectures: Read, create, modify, and interpret drawings, forms, and other industry-standard documents.

CSI 100

CSI Construction Documentation Defense 100

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 26, 2017

Reduce costs and improve efficiency for buildings and infrastructure projects by consolidating and seamlessly exchanging information throughout the design, procure, build, and operations life-cycle. Information can be contained within 2D drawings, specifications, documents, and Building Information Models (BIM).

Life Cycle 100

Life Cycle Construction Documentation Procurement 100

Building Radar

AUGUST 5, 2024

As-Built drawings play a crucial role in documenting the completed state of a project. These drawings reflect the exact dimensions, locations, and specifications of all elements as they were constructed, providing a comprehensive record of the final product. What Are As-Built Drawings? Importance of As-Built Drawings 1.

Drawings 52

Drawings ProCore Inspections Renovating 52

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Below is a partial list of functions and documents associated with a components. Be honest, can you really access, edit, and update the current versions, and historical versions of all of this information from your spreadsheet and file cabinet?

Contract 134

Contract Estimating Conference Drawings 134

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

Building Location / Information – Building Explorer. The easy way to keep all your current building and project information at your fingertips. Locate your property using Google Maps and immediately obtain all the associated construction and operational information, documents, correspondences, drawings, etc.

Software 100

Software Software Management Contract 100

Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 29, 2017

At the same time, you’re trying to keep a close eye on your own jobs, profit margins, invoices, personnel, equipment, drawings, and more. Seamless, real-time workflow across processes eliminates redundant data entry and hunting for information. Cost savings.

Profitability 182

Profitability Viewpoint Software Software 182

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Contractor prepares/updates Detailed Scope of Work referencing any sketches, drawings, photographs, and specifications required to document accurately the work to be accomplished and prepares a detailed line-item proposal of the planned work activity using the current unit price book (UPB).

Change Orders 130

Change Orders Procurement Contractors Documentation 130

Building Radar

JULY 16, 2024

In the construction industry, shop drawings play a crucial role in the execution of projects, providing detailed illustrations and specifications for components and assemblies. This article explores what shop drawings are, their significance in construction, and how they facilitate seamless project execution. What are Shop Drawings?

Drawings 52

Drawings Fabrication Construction Risk 52

Lets Build

APRIL 3, 2020

Construction blueprints (also known as construction plans or construction drawings) are two-dimensional drawings that contain all the details that are needed for a project. Historically, blueprints were literally blueprints and were made to reproduce technical drawings through a contact print process on light-sensitive paper.

Drawings 139

Drawings Construction Plans Permits 139

FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

To help our clients that deal with PSM, we would draw your attention to the top 5 most cited standards from PSM NEP : Mechanical Integrity Process safety information PHA Operating procedures Management of change. Unfortunately, there are no clear-cut answers.

Risk 223

Risk Safety Feasibility Foundation 223

Lets Build

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Moving all your project information to a live, shared place in the cloud ensures that all stakeholders access the same data. When armed with instant information, people on site can instantly take action when a problem appears and resolve any issue before it could expand out of proportion. Use a construction-specific tool.

Management 148

Management Project Management Schedule Site 148

Lets Build

MAY 9, 2017

Building Information Modeling (BIM) can be a valuable tool in the hands of anyone who works in construction. As we saw above, BIM stands for Building Information Modeling. Based on this information the full cycle of a building, from conception to completion, can be managed. What BIM Actually Is. BIM Level 2 (Full Collaboration).

BIM 168

BIM Aconex Aconex Construction 168

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 28, 2018

Building Explorer allows you to rapidly locate your property using Google Maps and immediately access all the information and documentation that you need. Building Information Modeling. Tasks can be connected to any entity within Building in Cloud, from a document to a component in the ventilation system.

Project Management 100

Project Management Management Life Cycle Documentation 100

Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Three-Phases to Design-Build Construction: Preliminary Design and Estimating Detailed Construction Drawings and Bidding Construction Step One/Phase I – Preliminary Design and Estimating In this First Step or Phase our Architect develops plans based on a needs analysis meeting with the building owner and representatives for a nominal fee.

Commercial 126

Commercial Drawings Bidding Budgeting 126

Construction Junkie

AUGUST 10, 2020

A Request for Information (RFI) is a standard business practice that construction professionals use throughout a project to get clarifications on specific parts of the construction documents.

Statistics 105

Statistics Construction Drawings Documentation 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 23, 2022

Precise information about materials and costs enables general contractors and subcontractors to allocate resources effectively and produce more competitive bids. . They also draw from their experiences from previous successfully completed projects to identify savings. The Anatomy of a Construction Takeoff . QTY: 1000 .

Estimating 105

Estimating Autodesk Documentation Bidding 105

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 18, 2017

The workflow that best represents that is the project communication, where managers still use printed drawings, handwritten journals. Physical documentation will always play a big role in construction for a reason, but that doesn’t mean companies shouldn’t adjust to changes and ease up their workflow through meaningful virtual solutions.

Management 99

Management Documentation Construction Organization 99

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

Here’s just a few areas where LEAN Job Order Contracting can help… Designing a JOC Program that’s right for your organization, compliant with applicable statues, leverages current BMPs (best management practices), cost information, and cloud technology. Client assistance hotline/e-mail information.

Contract 100

Contract Documentation Renovating FAQ 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 20, 2022

Construction submittals are documents provided by a contractor to an architect for an approval of use. The submittal log includes information provided to the architect asking for approval for certain materials and equipment before they’re fabricated and sent to the project site. shop drawings vs. samples). What is a submittal?

Construction 98

Construction Documentation Project Management Materials 98

Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

It’s the only way to ensure that staff have quick access to the data they need in order to make informed decisions. Without well-integrated systems, you may have different versions of necessary documents living in different systems with potentially different data, muddling the facts and opening you up to making critical mistakes.

Software 130

Software Software Construction Documentation 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Hodari Africa , a leading project management firm, recognised the limitations of traditional document-sharing platforms and sought a more robust solution to enhance their construction workflows. The geographical separation made sharing information and coordinating efforts a constant struggle.

Autodesk 124

Autodesk Construction Project Management Environment 124